Here's the 22 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Onion board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 42.9% above the period average, sitting just 5.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harippad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Aroor Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,250 (39.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,600. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Harippad Market APMC led Onion on 22 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.